Cypress College
About Cypress College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cypress College teaches in north Orange County and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business, the sciences and psychology are its largest programs, and most of its students are working toward a transfer to a California university.
Founded
1966
Location
Cypress, California
Students
13,354
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,150
Out-of-state: $12,379
Avg Net Price
$4,606
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,533
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
10.2%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
33.3%
$/Student
$7.0K
Class Size
Large
The 37.3% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,150
In-State
$12,379
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,267
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,290
After Financial Aid
$4,606
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,419
Receive Grants
31.2%
Take Loans
1.4%
Tuition is $1,150/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,606.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Cypress College fund their education.
While in School
31.2%
Get Grants
Free money
1.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,919
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Cypress College.
Gender
58.7%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
13,354
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
29.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 53.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
13,354
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Cypress College fields 9 varsity teams with 254 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
254
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
143
Men
111
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cypress Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,533
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
281 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
240 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
144 grads
Psychology, General
—
126 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
52 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
49 grads
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.